Return of the Eagle: How America Saved Its National Symbol [Paperback]

Greg Breining (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1, 1994 | Series: Nature Conservancy

Spectacular color photographs capture the majesty, grace, and power of bald eagles in this inspiring story of how the United States saved its living symbol of freedom and independence. Declared our national bird in 1782, bald eagles were on the brink of extinction in the 1960s. But to citizens everywhere, such a loss was unthinkable. From government agencies to conservation groups and grassroots heroes, Americans banded together for a common cause, and this beautiful, wild spirit once again flies freely across our skies. Return of the Eagle chronicles this American success story with words and photos, including some of the most incredible photographs ever taken of eagles in flight. Return of the Eagle also features a unique directory to more than 150 acres throughout the nation where bald eagles may be viewed in the wild.

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Fine images of the nation's symbol accompany a natural history of the eagle, discussions of its interactions with mankind, and listings of nesting sites and habitats where eagles may be seen today. This image-packed guide is an exceptional presentation and is recommended for any leisure reader with an interest in birds. -- Midwest Book Review

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Spectacular color photos capture the majesty of bald eagles in this inspiring story of how the United States saved its living symbol of independence.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Falcon; 1st edition (October 1, 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1560443006
• ISBN-13: 978-1560443001
• Product Dimensions: 10 x 10 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,615,753 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Celebrating the beauty and ecological importance of America's preeminent political symbol, May 4, 2008

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This review is from: Return of the Eagle: How America Saved Its National Symbol (Paperback)

Even though it is an American national symbol, the eagle was in grave danger of extinction due to such problems as habit erosion and contamination. Environmental and animal protection laws were instituted to conserve and reestablish the eagle over the past three decades. Now in a newly revised and updated edition, "Return Of The Eagle: How American Saved Its National Symbol" by Greg Breining documents the successful reestablishment of the Eagle population in an informed and informative text that is superbly illustrated by full color photography throughout. Of special note is the extensive and alphabetically organized (by state) 'Directory of Bald Eagle Viewing Sites" that concludes this outstanding 125-page compendium celebrating the beauty and ecological importance of America's preeminent political symbol. "Return Of The Eagle" should be a part of every school and community library's Pets & Wildlife reference collection, as well as environmental and wildlife restoration supplemental reading list.